Rayaprol, Srinivas
Angular Desire: Selected Poems and Prose
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784109257
- author:
- Rayaprol, Srinivas
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Carcanet Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 220
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- Poetry, Asian, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Angular Desire: Selected Poems and Prose by Srinivas Rayaprol A collection of poetry that explores the complexities of identity and culture, written by an accomplished yet enigmatic figure. Born into a Brahmin Indian family, but educated in the West, Rayaprol's work is marked by contradictions and tensions between his Eastern background and Western influences. His poetry offers insights into Anglo-Indian and American writing, and provides a unique contribution to international literary modernism. Featuring restored correspondence with influential writers, this collection sheds light on the intersections of language, culture, and literature in postcolonial India. With its raw emotion and complex themes, Angular Desire is a thought-provoking read that challenges readers to consider the nuances of identity and cultural heritage.